gyn/oncologists

[boosty]

how do you find a good gyn/onc ? evne though my doctor is planning my surgery and i have to go in for a ct scan on friday, i think you guys were right and i should get a second opinion before they remove my whole right ovary. some of you suggested a gyn/onc and i searched but i cant find any. i live in the sanfernando valley in california. and my insurance is medical noble com. care first if you guys might know. and i need a referal from my obgyn. and i dont know how to go on about that. any advice ladies?

[SaraBear101]

A related discussion, Why do I need to see an Oncologist/Gyno was started.

[boosty]

thnank you all so much. i will follow the advice.

[aligator79]

Unfortunatly, you cannot know until they get in there if they can save the ovary.  I lost my right ovary 6 months ago at 26 due to a dermoid that took over the entire ovary and there was not enough good tissue to keep.  My Co-workers daughter had a large simple cyst in December and lost the ovary due to it being "soft and squishy" and would not recover. You should be fine with a single ovary although I had quite an adjustment due to losing half of the hormones all of a sudden.- Talk about a moody grump of a person.  

[Ms_Makita]

Hi there,try to keep in mind there are many noncancerous conditions that can raise ca125 levels (I'm still waiting on my ca125 results for complex cyst)even a benign cyst can raise it.You are wise to seek second opinion. I know how frightening it is,so I can relate (I'm 28 yrs old) your in my prayers..keep us posted!
                   Stephanie

[fungirl]

I got the name of my gyn/onc from my primary care physician.  I also called my insurance company to see who was on our list.  We did not have one in network, so my pcp did a referal to my insurance, and they approved my visits.  It may take a few phone calls, but I am sure you can get in contact with one.  If you have any other questions, just let us know.  Kasie

[SimplyStar]

You might try WebMD.com   fill out the form {California} leave the name blank  use pull down to find Onocologists and search for your nearest one. There are ways also to check the references of each doctor. physcians directory, use the pull down to type in onocologist  there will be a long list of Califonia based onoco's You can then click on each one and check their credentials, always try for one connected to a good hospital. If you have any trouble I will help you.

[boosty]

and the result CA-125 was 21 on my complex cyst. she told me that it might be cancerous. but she wont know for certain right now. i always see that you all put the results up. but i dont knwo whats bad and good.